Job Information

AECOM is seeking to immediately interview and to hire cleared MSA plus Kurdish (Kurmanji or Sorani) Linguists. Each qualifying candidate chosen will become a direct hire with AECOM and will be provided full benefits and opportunity for advancement. Linguist positions will be located in the Northern Virginia area and require near-native to native level source language skills. Linguists will be required to pass language testing with a minimum ILR score of 3/3/3. The qualified candidate will be able to translate and perform consecutive interpretation between Arabic/Kurmanji and English. Interpretation may include individual meetings or conference-type settings. Work will be performed in a fast-paced environment. Linguist are expected to have expertise in a variety of topics ranging from technical to political and military vocabulary; an understanding of a variety of dialects/jargon is a plus. Translation work will require attention to detail and must meet high quality standards.

Must be willing to travel.

Minimum Requirements

Must be a US Citizen.

Must have a current and active TS/SCI Security Clearance.

Must be fluent in near - native or native Modern Standard Arabic and Kurdish (Kurmanji or Sorani).

Must have strong English language skills and ability to compose clear, concise English composition.

Must possess strong cultural knowledge.

Must demonstrate experience with internet research and using Microsoft Applications.

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

What We Offer

When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is

pioneering the future . Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions

inclusion, diversity and overall

employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our

core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only

delivering a better world , but working to “make amazing happen” in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person’s potential, and we’ll help you reach yours.

Meet the career of your dreams. Do you have your eye on the future and want to make a difference? We can help you turn knowledge gained through your education into limitless career potential.

NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES:Please note that AECOM does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, AECOM will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, AECOM explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of AECOM.